Project Grant 2218704
Award Date
9/1/23
Completion Date
8/31/26
Dollars Obligated
$905K
Federal Agency
Division of Polar Programs
Federal Grant Program
47.078
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Point Judith, RI 02882, USA
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